Senior Healthcare Assistant Endoscopy

NHS; Worcester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated part-time Endoscopy Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the cleanliness and safety of endoscopy equipment, adhering to strict protocols and regulations. Your responsibilities will include supporting junior staff and providing compassionate patient care during procedures. This position offers flexibility and the chance to work within a supportive team environment committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services. If you are passionate about patient care and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Direct Care or equivalent is essential.
• GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent are required.

Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain endoscopy equipment according to guidelines.
• Support and mentor junior staff in their development.
• Ensure compliance with COSHH regulations and PPE protocols.

Skills

Cleaning and decontaminating endoscopy equipment

COSHH regulations awareness

PPE usage

Patient care

Mentoring junior staff

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Direct Care

GCSE in English

GCSE in Maths

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Job summary

Permanent part-time role, 24 hours per week.

The successful candidate will participate in a dual role involving cleaning, decontaminating, and maintaining endoscopes according to departmental protocols and standards, with awareness of COSHH regulations and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities include preparing environments for endoscopy procedures, assisting as a Band 3 in diagnostic and endoscopic procedures under supervision, supporting and mentoring junior staff, and providing patient care in clinical areas, including monitoring and airway maintenance during gastroscopies.

The role involves county-wide duties and participation in out-of-hours on-call rotations, including setting up treatment rooms, maintaining airways, portering, and scope decontamination, all under RGN guidance.

The Endoscopy Unit operates Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00.

Main duties

1. Demonstrate competence in handling, cleaning, decontaminating, tracking, and maintaining endoscopy equipment per local, national, and trust guidelines.
2. Ensure awareness of COSHH regulations and PPE use when handling contaminated equipment or chemicals.
3. Support and mentor junior staff, assisting in their development and training in endoscope reprocessing.
4. Assist with procedures and patient admission/recovery under supervision.
5. Maintain patient dignity, privacy, confidentiality, and accurate records.

About us

Our purpose is to put patients first. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust provides a range of acute services across three hospital sites, employing nearly 6,800 staff dedicated to delivering outstanding patient-centered care. We aim to recruit exceptional colleagues to help us achieve our vision of working in partnership for the best healthcare outcomes. Our objectives include providing the best services, experience, resource management, and people development. Our Clinical Services Strategy outlines our future direction.

Details

Date posted: 09 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible

Reference number: C9365-25-0285-1

Location: Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5 1DD

Job responsibilities

• Handle, clean, decontaminate, track, and maintain endoscopy equipment according to guidelines.
• Follow COSHH regulations and PPE protocols.
• Support staff development and assist in training.
• Ensure regular testing and escalate concerns as needed.
• Maintain dignity, confidentiality, and accurate records.
• Promote respectful treatment of staff, patients, and visitors.
• Communicate effectively, demonstrating tact, empathy, and reassurance.
• Participate in team meetings, development, and service improvement.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff to achieve competence.

Person Specification

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in Direct Care or equivalent
• GCSE passes in English and Maths or equivalent

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant
• Mentoring and supervising skills
• Reliability, punctuality, stress management, teamwork